What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Mendocino?

A motel is a good choice if you're planning to road-trip around Mendocino. These properties are usually located near airports and major roads, feature ample parking and come with basic amenities and services. Spend your stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger range of rooms and more conveniences like a lobby, gym and free WiFi, you can expect to pay extra for hotel accommodations.

What 3-star hotels in Mendocino have an on-site restaurant?

Spend your days discovering Mendocino and your downtime dining at Little River Inn . Offering an on-site restaurant, among other amenities, you're sure to have a comfortable vacation at this 3-star choice.

Do any 3-star hotels in Mendocino have WiFi?

Use the WiFi at Little River Inn and easily upload all of your incredible pictures of Mendocino. The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites is another 3-star hotel where you'll be able to get connected while on vacation. WiFi may be included in the room rate or provided for an additional fee, so remember to check before booking.

What 3-star hotels in Mendocino have parking?

A couple of our favorites are The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites and Little River Inn . Both these 3-star accommodations in Mendocino come with parking, making it easy for you to get behind the wheel and go. When you've seen the key sights here, why not top up the gas tank and explore a little farther out? Some excellent day trip options from the center of Mendocino include Clear Lake and Black Sands Beach.

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"The pool and hot tub were amazing!!"

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20 Jul - 21 Jul

"Stunning views and very quiet. We had an enjoyable time. "

SAR 1,179 total

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20 Jul - 21 Jul

"A nice, clean room in the downtown area of Mendocino. Could walk to everything in the historic town. "

SAR 446 total

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21 Jul - 22 Jul

"Easy check in and out, stunning view, jacuzzi tub was great."

SAR 1,074 total

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22 Jul - 23 Jul

"Mendocino Coast is magnificent!"

SAR 876 total

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22 Jul - 23 Jul

"Welcoming and very friendly staff. "

SAR 577 total

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20 Jul - 21 Jul

"Had a lovely stay! Very nice room with great beach access"

"Very friendly and easy Beautiful view from room Great for people with a pup! Very nice stay"

"It was very quaint and comfortable. I would book again. Another set of towels would have been helpful, overall it was great!"

"It’s a quaint cottage clean with amazing ocean view. Friendly and accommodating Staff. We come back to stay again."

"Grounds were beautiful!"

SAR 1,215 total

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30 Jul - 31 Jul

"Excellent rooms and great breakfast"

"Beautiful gardens, delicious breakfast, nice staff, wonderful surprise wine tasting, great dinner recommendations, partial ocean view from our room. Private and quiet; quaint. "

"Very friendly atmosphere, great location."

SAR 1,083 total

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28 Jul - 29 Jul

Classic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

"This is a perfect spot, just a short walk to glass beach, or to downtown where you will find excellent food and cute shops. Don't miss the beach glass museum! At the end of a day of exploring, sit by a fire in one of the fire place rooms-extremely romantic."

SAR 1,030 total

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21 Jul - 22 Jul

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View (Pet Friendly) | Dining room

"Was very quaint and quiet"

SAR 924 total

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29 Jul - 30 Jul

Barn | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

"Cute b and b with outdoor seating and yummy food. "

SAR 1,176 total

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29 Jul - 30 Jul

Premium Suite, Hot Tub, Ocean View (Mendocino View West) | Living area | TV

"It's beautiful, quiet, well equipped and a good rate for what it offers."

"Beatiful ocean view and grounds, nice restuarant, cool bar and friendly staff."

"Elk Cove is one of the most gorgeous and charming places I’ve ever stayed. Would recommend to anyone traveling the CA coast"

SAR 1,259 total

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Seagull Inn

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"Lovely property with a yard filled with flowers and a view of the water from the front. Quiet and peaceful. Staff was very helpful and made sure we were taken care of with our late arrival. Breakfast brought to the room was delicious! Comfy beds, great shower, clean, and we appreciated the sitting area and table for breakfast. We will definitely stay again. "

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Mendocino?

The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites, around 0.16 kilometers east of downtown Mendocino, is an Expedia guest favorite. An ocean view and individually decorated rooms are among its handy amenities. Little River Inn is another 3-star hotel recommended by travelers. It offers a terrace and a golf course, and is approximately 6 kilometers south of the city center.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Mendocino?

The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Mendocino is the level of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally more pocket-friendly and provide the conveniences and services required for your comfort, such as WiFi, breakfast and a gym. You can count on a little more at a 4-star hotel --- think upscale furnishings, luxury bathroom products and extra touches like on-site spas.

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Seabird Lodge

Seabird Lodge

SCP Mendocino Coast Lodge

SCP Mendocino Coast Lodge

The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites

The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites

North Cliff Hotel

North Cliff Hotel

The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek

The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek

The Inn at Baechtel Creek

The Inn at Baechtel Creek

Mendo Bungalow

Mendo Bungalow

Seafoam Lodge

Seafoam Lodge

Shoreline Cottages

Shoreline Cottages

Cottages at Little River Cove

Cottages at Little River Cove

Noyo Harbor Inn Restaurant and Tavern

Noyo Harbor Inn Restaurant and Tavern

Inns of Mendocino

Inns of Mendocino

Agate Cove Inn

Agate Cove Inn

Headlands Inn Bed & Breakfast

Headlands Inn Bed & Breakfast

Captains Quarters

Captains Quarters

Point Arena Lighthouse

Point Arena Lighthouse

Seagull Inn

Seagull Inn

Sweetwater Inn and Spa

Sweetwater Inn and Spa

Little River Inn

Little River Inn

Elk Cove Inn & Spa

Elk Cove Inn & Spa

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